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Choose Well Times - June 2019

The June 2019 edition of the Choose Well Times features an article written by Michelle Retzer, licensee of Renown Suites, St. Andrews Suites, and Victoria Estates. She shares her journey from McDonald's franchisee to successful RCFE owner. You'll also find an article on helping your residents get a better night's sleep, how to reduce resident anxiety with a sheet of bubble wrap, and links to important new Provider Information Notices (PINs) issued by CCLD. Because summer is here, days will be getting hotter; the 2019 List of Cool Zones will help you find one near you - just in case your facility exceeds the comfortable temperature allowed by Title 22. We have two versions...

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Dental Care and Oral Hygiene in RCFEs

Dental care for RCFE residents is not spelled out in Title 22,. It is mentioned as part of Article 8, Section 87464, Basic Services which states facilities shall include, at a minimum, arrangements to meet the requirements of Section 87465, Incidental Medical and Dental Care Services. Section 87465 offers a bit more detail stating facilities shall have a plan to encourage routine dental care and shall provide assistance in obtaining such care. But exactly how facilities encourage and provide assistance is up to you and your staff. This article offers some...